Training Locations
Dog training in public spaces
Where we meet depends on what we're working on, weather, park availability, and other factors. We'll be mindful of others and respectful of the space. That means cleaning up poop, preventing digging, and staying on leash in most situations. Expect possible dog interactions and the occasional need to relocate. You are responsible for your dog – their safety, their health, and their actions.
Simmons Family Park: San Marcos
Excellent neighborhood park at the top of a hill. Enter the park from the parking lot and walk your dog on sidewalk the loop. There's another small field in the south westerly part of this park where I set up. Some shade, bathrooms, and water available.
2180 Rocky Point Way, San Marcos, CA 92078
Bressi Ranch Gazebo Park: Carlsbad
A moderately busy neighborhood park next to the Boys & Girls Club. Visited by typically well behaved dogs but typically low traffic. Petco is just a block away too. Limited shade, no bathrooms, or water.
2730 Bressi Ranch Way, Carlsbad, CA 92009
Acacia Neighborhood Park: San Marcos
A low traffic but large park situated off W San Macros Blvd near Bressi Ranch. Park on Acacia Drive right when you pull into the neighborhood. Some shade, no bathrooms, no water.
1996 Acorn Rd, San Marcos, CA 92078
Magee Park: Carlsbad
The large lawn adjacent to the Army and Navy Academy provides some shade and access to public bathrooms nearby.
NOTE: Dogs are not technically allowed here. I use this part as a meeting spot to walk into the Carlsbad Village to practice loose-leash walking.
258 Beech Ave, Carlsbad, CA 92008
Joseph Carrasco Park: Oceanside
A large grassy space not bordered by streets so better for off-leash work. Popular with locals so be ready for dog encounters. No shade, bathrooms, or water.
2506 Skylark Dr, Oceanside, CA 92054
Rancho del Oro Community Park: Oceanside
Large park with sports complexes. There's a grassy area north of the tennis courts that is typically available and less crowded. Alternatively there's a section just east of the tennis courts where we can train. Some shade, bathrooms, and water available.
Rancho Del Oro Prk, Oceanside, CA 92056